Connections for wellhead equipment

摘要

A wellhead assembly is provided having a first tubular member, and a second tubular member at least partially extending over a first end of the first tubular member defining an annular space there between. An arcuate lock member such as a lock ring is located within the annular space. At least one load applying member penetrates the second tubular member and urges the arcuate lock member against the first tubular member. A lock nut is coupled to an inner surface of the second tubular member. A method for coupling the first tubular member to the second tubular member is also provided.